C&D Technologies 41-6976 RB VRLA Rack - Manual (Page 7)

Page 7 of 9
VRLA
R-1. Receive and inspect rack components
Upon receipt of the RB Rack materials, inspect and document any damage to these materials. Damage
claims must be filed promptly with the carrier.
R-2. Review drawings and instructions
R-3. Verify Parts Received Against Bill of Materials
Before assembly, verify that all rack materials are present against the detailed bill of materials shown on the RB
Rack Assembly Drawing (RB_ _TEQ).
R-4. Get safety equipment and tools to rack installation location
Safety equipment as described on page 1 of this publication.
Tools - The following items will assist you to properly install RB Rack retrofit materials.
Insulated tools are strongly recommended for safety purposes.
9/16” Socket wrench Torque wrench to 46ft-lbs Tape measure
9/16” Open-end wrench Needle nose pliers Knife
R-5. Anchoring
It is very important that the rack is securely anchored to the floor using ALL four 15/16” diameter mounting
holes provided in the rack’s base.
It is the responsibility of the installer to verify that the rack is anchored in accordance with allowable floor
loading, applicable codes and regulations. Under normal conditions, this should have been done with the initial
installation of the rack. If not, it needs to be done prior to performing the following procedures.
Contact C&D Technologies @
1-800-543-8630
VRLA RB Battery Rack Retrofit - Task Flow Chart
Verify rack is properly
anchored
Install spacer blocks
and end braces
Install hold down strut
and KYDEX insulator
Review drawings &
instructions
Verify retrofit items
received against Bill
of Materials Get safety equipment
and tools to rack
location
Receive and inspect
retrofit components
Check installed
cables for adequate
clearance
Install hold down rod Install top cover
Verify proper torque
of all connecting
hardware
START
QUESTIONS ?